Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe by Drew Gilbert

Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe by Drew Gilbert is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz in Nhazi Ụlọ Owu, Ụlọ na Ihe Owuwu Competition Category.

BronzỤlọ Owu· 2024

Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe

by Drew Gilbert

Client: DGD - Drew Gilbert Design

Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz Winner in Ụlọ Owu Category

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The Design

About Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe

N'ebe dị jụụ na-enwe udo, villa a e mere pụrụ iche na-egosipụta nkà ịrụ ụlọ dị elu na ụdị nke onwe. E mere atụmatụ ya ka ọ kwado gburugburu ebe obibi, o nwere ihe ndị dị mkpa dị ka solar panels (ngwa anyanwụ eletrik), xeriscaping (ọrụ ala na-ejighị mmiri eme ihe), na sistemu ịnakọta mmiri ozuzo. N'ime ụlọ, teknụzụ ụlọ ọgbara ọhụrụ na-enye njikwa dị mfe maka ọkụ, okpomọkụ, na nchekwa. E ji ihe ndị na-adịgide adịgide dị ka nkume eke na kọnkịrịịtị wuo ya, nke na-eme ka villa a dịgide ogologo oge. E jiri nlezianya họrọ ngwá ụlọ ọ bụla ka o kwekọọ na ohere ahụ, na-egosipụta mmasị na ụdị ndụ onye nwe ya. Na-enye ndị ọbịa niile ahụmahụ pụrụ iche nke mmụọ.

The Recognition

About the Ihe Nrite A' Design Award nke Bronz

Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe meriri A' Design Award nke Bronz, nnabata dị oke ugwu e nyere design ndị pụtara ìhè nke a ma ama maka nzụlite ihe, ọgụgụ isi na nghọta. Ndị meriri na Bronz bụ ihe e mere nke ndị nwere nka nke ukwuu ma dị mma n'imepụta nke na-egosi ahụmahụ buru ibu, echiche na ọgụgụ isi nke ndị designer ha. A na-atụ anya na Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe ga-abụ ihe a na-asọpụrụ nke ukwuu, a na-eto na a hụrụ n'anya, nke dị oke ọrụ ma dị ọhụrụ. Design a meriri A' Design Award nke Bronz na-agụnye ụzọ kacha mma n'ime nka, sayensị, design na teknụzụ, ma dị mma nke ukwuu maka nlebara anya ya n'obere ihe. Alhammadi Haus Ụlọ Obibi Nkeonwe na-emezu mkpa nke ọma, na-emetụ ọchịchọ aka, na-adọrọ mmetụta obi ma na-adọta ọchịchọ ịmara.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The bespoke villa design is a reflection of the owner's taste, personality, and lifestyle. It incorporates sustainable elements such as solar panels, xeriscaping, and rainwater harvesting systems, reducing environmental impact and energy costs. Smart home technology enables remote control of lighting, temperature, and security. High-quality materials such as natural stone and exposed concrete ensure durability. Bespoke furnishings throughout the home.
Dimensions & Packaging: 6,000 square feet BUA, Ground Floor only
Tags: Villa, Sustainable Design, Smart Home Technology, High-quality Materials, Bespoke, Energy Efficiency, Exceptional Living Experience, Innovation
Production Technology: The project was created using a combination of advanced computational design techniques and traditional geometrical principles. Utilizing parametric modeling to generate and optimize the geometry of the structure, resulting in a highly efficient and structurally sound elements. An extensive research was conducted on sustainable materials and systems, incorporating features such as solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems.
Design Challenge: The greatest challenge in this design project was striking a balance between the client's preferences and the necessity for sustainability and innovation. Developing a design that reflected the client's taste and lifestyle while integrating sustainable materials and systems. There were also external challenges like the scarcity of certain materials, regulations for constructing in ecologically sensitive areas, and the need to adhere to the client's budget.
Research: The project's research delved into the nuances of desert haus architecture, exploring elements and materiality to authentically capture the style's essence. This involved a comprehensive study of xeriscaping techniques to minimize water consumption for landscape elements, aligning the design with sustainable practices. Additionally, research extended to climate-responsive design strategies, local flora, and innovative construction methods to enhance the villa's connection with its arid surroundings while promoting environmental consciousness.
Inspiration: The signature villa is a tribute to desert haus architecture, featuring a single-story layout for creative freedom. Inspired by the desert style, it emphasizes rich textures, framed moments, and a harmonious connection to the landscape. Natural material and exposed concrete add nuanced richness, while thoughtful volumetric play ensures both aesthetic appeal and functional flow. The result is a unique and inspiring living space that embodies simplicity and celebrates the spirit of the desert.
Project Duration: The project started in 2023, and finished in 2024, and is located in Al Awir, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Operation Flow: The villa utilizes innovative technology that allows for more efficient and effective performance. Capturing effortless elegance and beauty.
Team Members: Drew Gilbert